Autolith™ Touch
Biliary EHL System
A Bipolar Electrohydraulic Lithotripsy System
Autolith™ Touch
Biliary EHL System
Single-Use, Bipolar Electrohydraulic Lithotripsy Device
The Autolith Touch 1.9Fr., 375cm EHL Probe is a single-use device and is to be used with
the Autolith Touch EHL Generator. The EHL probe was optimized for use with the
SpyGlass™ DS Direct Visualization System to help manage large biliary stones.
Tips for New Users
Enhanced Configuration
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The 1.9Fr., 375cm Probe provides ample length to pass through the SpyScope™ DS
Access and Delivery Catheter. The tip of the probe is chamfered or rounded to help assist
the physician when passing and positioning the probe. The proximal portion of the probe is
reinforced and designed to prevent probe kinking.
You must use saline to irrigate. The
conductive properties of saline allow the
electrohydraulic lithotripsy to function
properly. Sterile water will not work.
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The Autolith Touch EHL Generator
Position the tip of the probe 1-2mm from the
surface of the stone for optimal
The computer controlled Autolith Touch generator was designed to provide improved
patient safety, increased stone treatment effectiveness and ease of operation. It is
indicated for biliary stone treatments and has the following features:
fragmentation pressure.
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Start with 3-5 pulses per foot pedal
activation. Typically, the stone will move after
Automatic Power Range Regulation
Designed to provide a precise balance of energy to prevent power overload to the probe.
the first few pulses and it is difficult to
maintain the optimal 1-2mm distance. If you
set the number of pulses to a larger number,
Smart Sensing Element
The Autolith Touch system automatically monitors the probe operation to alert the user
when to consider replacing the probe.
the later pulses become less effective and
essentially a waste of probe life. If you have a
relatively stable stone, it may be an
opportunity to increase the number of pulses.
Uncomplicated Operation
The Autolith Touch color, touch screen controls make it easy to use and understand.
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Start at low power and work your way up
through medium and high, only if you need
to. The EHL process is destructive to the
Ordering information
probe tip. If you can start with and use low
power, it will extend the life of the probe.
If you are not seeing progress, increase
Biliary EHL Probe
Order Number
Description
M00546620
1.9 Fr., 375cm Biliary EHL Probe
the power.
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possible it will take more than one probe to
achieve the necessary fragmentation.
Autolith Touch System
Order Number
Description
M005466800
Autolith Touch EHL Generator
Depending on the makeup of the stone, it is
While this is not common, it can happen with
particularly large or hard stones.
Autolith Touch System Accessories
Order Number
Description
M00546750
Autolith Touch Extender Cable
M00546760
Autolith Touch Foot Pedal
Distributed by Boston Scientific Corporation, Marlborough, Massachusetts; manufactured by Northgate Technologies Inc., Elgin, Illinois.
Based on test results and engineering analysis, it has been shown that the Autolith Touch 1.9 Fr. Biliary Probe (9-202-3751) and the Autolith Touch
Generator (9-202-00) are compatible with the SpyGlass DS Direct Visualization System and the SpyGlass Direct Visualization System.
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Indications, contraindications, warnings and instructions for use can be found in the product labeling supplied with each device.
CAUTION: Federal (USA) law restricts this device to sale by or on the order of a physician.
CAUTION: The law restricts these devices to sale by or on the order of a physician. Information for use only in countries with applicable health authority
registrations. Material not intended for use in France.
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Marlborough, MA 01752
www.bostonscientific.com/gastro
Ordering Information:
(888) 272-1001
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ENDO-363516-AC January 2017